adults

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Women make up 90% of people with lupus in the UK and tend to be diagnosed as young adults.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The insect is often found on the stems of plants and grows up to about half-an-inch as fully grown adults, according to the University of California.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

For instance, 45% of newly homeless single adults are actually employed, but don’t have sufficient income or savings to get into an apartment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Around 12% of U.S. adults have used those drugs for weight loss, polling has shown.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

While the adults greeted each other enthusiastically, Mary Lou and Jeremy glared at each other.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville